Public Hearing - Backyard Hen Bylaw No. 21/006 and Bylaw 21/07 Land Use Bylaw Amendment Specific to Backyard Hen Pilot Project

Mayor D. Scott declared the public hearing open at 4:36 p.m.

Deanne Bergey, Director, Community and Protective Services, Sabrina Caterini, Manager Bylaw Services and Caitlin Hanly, Legal Services provided a presentation on the proposed Backyard Hen Pilot Project.

The following written submissions were acknowledged for the record:

· Alex Barnes, resident, wrote in support of the Backyard Hen Pilot Project

· Joseph Robb, resident , wrote in support of the Backyard Hen Pilot Project

· Denise Dominie, resident, wrote in opposition of the Backyard Hen Pilot Project

Joseph Robb, resident, spoke to his written submission and indicated support of the proposed Backyard Hen Pilot Project.

Denise Dominie, resident, spoke to her written submission and indicated opposition to the proposed Backyard Hen’s Pilot Project and suggested that there should be additional community engagement.

KC Hutchins, resident, spoke in support of the Backyard Hen Pilot Project.

Alex McKenzie, resident, spoke in support of the project; however, specified concerns with provisions of the proposed Bylaw No. 21/006.

Andrew Thorne, resident, submitted written comments regarding concerns with Backyard hens being permitted in the flood plain and provided information received from Dr. Sauvé.

Mayor D. Scott declared the Public Hearing closed at 6:03 p.m.

Recess

A recess occurred from 6:03 p.m. to 6:32 p.m.